1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 433 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | VIP | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
